Quite a different product from the rest of my list, the Semlos Multipurpose Laser Spirit Level is a handy bit of kit that belongs in any tool bag. It’s a one-stop-shop for all things measuring and levelling, and I think it’s rather useful. Then there are the levelling detectors. You get three spirit levels positioned along the body, measuring for vertical and both horizontal planes. They’re pretty accurate, but they need to be because this isn’t a self-levelling laser device. Step 7: Repeat steps 1 through 6 for each corner of the room/wall you intend to measure. Features and Benefits Operation literally couldn’t be any more straightforward. The lens case doubles up as the switch! You simply slide it out of the way and the green cross line shines out nice and brightly. You can’t cycle through modes, but for the price, this is an accurate and useful laser tool. The two buttons on the front of the level are soft touch ones that cycle through the different modes and activate the pulse mode.

Step 3: Place an object at one end of the measuring range. For example, place something heavy on the floor. The heavier the better because this way other objects placed nearby won’t affect the reading. Laser levels are battery-powered – look out for their maximum operating time – the best laser levels can go for up to 20 hours. Some come with a rechargeable battery too. This is a robust laser unit with plenty of rubberised plastic in the construction and all the corners are well protected. Cycling through laser modes is straightforward. Choose from cross, horizontal, and vertical by simply pressing the button on top. It's extended to a maximum of 16.4 ft (5m) without the need of an external support. It has a measuring range of 90ft (27m). How to use Stanley Cubic laser level?There are three laser modules on this level. You get a horizontal one mounted on the top, and two vertical lasers mounted on the front and side of the unit. You can turn on each laser individually, or cycle through the different modes to shine lasers across the floor, walls, and ceiling. When it comes to accuracy, the KT360A is ideal for the keen DIYer. The accuracy is measured to ± 3 mm/10 m and has an automatic levelling range of ± 4 °. I used my spirit level to see if I could find any deviation, but everything seemed spot on from a metre up to 5 metres away. Accessories Harry has real-world tested 46 products for DIY Garden, and is one of our more experienced testers.

The laser level measures 12 x 14 x 10 cm and weighs just a shade over 1 kg at 1049 g with the universal base attached. Compared with some tiny laser levels on the market this one’s quite chunky, but with the three laser modules on board, you couldn’t make it much smaller if you tried. Charging is done via USB-C, which is much faster compared with old style micro USB connectors you might be more familiar with. USB C can provide up to 100 Watts of charging power, which makes short work of topping up the inbuilt battery. What makes this a great DIYers laser is just how simple it is to use. Because there aren’t lots of modes, the whole thing is activated with a single switch. You’re not going to accidentally turn it on inside the case like some lasers with soft touch buttons. Running on four AA batteries, you won’t have any trouble finding replacements when you run out of power. If you have spares, there’s no downtime either. The laser level comes in a soft pouch. It isn’t going to keep everything completely safe but it’s better than not having one at all. The mounting system uses magnets, but you can just screw it directly into a standard ¼” tripod stand if you want.

For example, some products may only offer an easy setup, while others may require frequent calibration. So choose carefully. Out of bright sunlight, and especially in the dark, the laser was easy to find up to 30 metres away. I was guessing at the exact distance, but it was far enough away to be impressive. For most jobs that a DIYer will take on, it’s absolutely fine. The Stanley Cubix laser level is a line/point level that supports tripod mounting. It has a levelling accuracy of ±0.8mm/m and a maximum range of 8m. The laser beam is red in color and can be directed horizontally or vertically. It has two laser lines and a self-levelling range of ±4°. Whether you’re building a house, putting up shelves, or simply hanging a picture on the wall, you need everything to be straight, plumb, and true. Spirit levels have always been my go-to device for these jobs, but for hands free surveying, you can’t beat a good laser level. The only feature missing from the KT360A is a plumb dot. Available on the Kaiweets KT360B, it shoots a laser dot vertically above and below the unit. This handy feature means you can find the plumb point in any given space. It’s great for laying out stud walls, so it’s a shame that it’s not on this model. The Lasers